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Who was the President of the United States during the War of 1812?

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James Madison

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The War of 1812 began in what year?

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1812

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The taking of men into a military or naval force by compulsion, with or without notice is...

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Impressment

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What is the War of 1812 sometimes referred to as?

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The 2nd War of Independence

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Who were the War Hawks?

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A group of men who wanted to go to war against Britain.

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What were the three main causes of the War of 1812?

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Great Britain impressment of American sailors, Great Britain blocking trade for the U.S., Great Britain did not relinquish control of the Great Lakes from the American Revolution.

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What does the word "impress" mean in the context: Great Britain impresses American sailors?

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To take someone against their will, or kidnap

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What event did Francis Scott Key write the Star-Spangled Banner about?

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The morning after the British attacked Fort McHenry. The American flag was burnt around the edges, but still flying high.

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The U.S. had the military advantage over Great Britain in the War of 1812.

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False

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Who wrote the Star-Spangled Banner?

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Frances Scott Key